Yamaha DME Series User Manual

DME Setup Manual
• For more details regarding a specific DME unit, please refer to the manual supplied with the unit in question, and for more details regarding the DME Designer application, please refer to the DME Designer manual (pdf).
• Please note that, within this document, the term “DME” refers to the DME64N and DME24N, while the term “DME Satellite” refers to the DME8i-C, DME8o-C, DME4io-C, DME8i-ES, DME8o-ES, and DME4io-ES
is manual describes the process of setting up a DME system, from making the initial DME unit settings (DME64N /
DME24N / DME8i-C / DME8o-C / DME4io-C / DME8i-ES /DME8o-ES / DME4io-ES) to synchronizing with the DME
Designer application installed on a computer.
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1-1. Install DME Designer and DME-N Network Driver
1-2. Install the USB-MIDI Driver
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Setting up DME64N/24N
Networks via
Panel Operations
is section explains how to setup networks directly
from a DME64N/24N.
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Related web site on DME
Units and peripherals
is section serves as a guide to online
information on Speaker Processor Components
library data, optional cards, and touch-panel
controllers (AMX/Creston).
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Connecting to
External Devices
is section covers connection to
remote controllers via Ethernet
or GPI.
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Troubleshooting & Tips Chart
is chart serves as a quick guide to the steps that should be taken to
ensure correct operation of DME units.
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Appendix:
Detailed DME-N Network Driver settings
Connecting a single DME unit
directly to a computer via USB cable
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Setting up DME cards
(only when expansion cards will be used)
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Conguring components and Writing congurations
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Going Online and Checking sound output
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DME setup
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Changing the computer's IP address settings
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Setting the DME-N Network Driver
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Connecting with DME Designer
Connecting multiple DME units
to a computer via Ethernet cables
Connecting Computer and DME unit
is sections covers procedures for either connecting a single DME unit to a computer or connecting multiple DME units to
a computer within the same subnet.
4. In-depth Information on DME Units
1. Installing the Software
2. Basic Setup 3. Advanced Setup

Yamaha DME Series Specifications

General

Manufacturer	Yamaha
Model Series	DME Series
Software Control	DME Designer
Sampling Frequency Rate	48 kHz
Internal Processing	32-bit
Total Harmonic Distortion	0.005%
Frequency Response	20 Hz - 20 kHz
Connectivity	Ethernet, MIDI, Analog, Digital
Control	Ethernet
Input Channels	Varies by model
Output Channels	Varies by model
Network Capability	Ethernet for control and monitoring
Compatibility	Windows
Type	Digital Mixing Engine

Summary

Installing the Software

Install DME Designer and DME-N Network Driver

Install the DME Designer application and the DME-N Network Driver.

Install the USB-MIDI Driver

Install the driver for connecting a DME unit using a USB cable.

Basic Setup

Connecting a single DME unit directly to a computer via USB cable

Connect a single DME unit to a computer using a USB cable for basic configuration.

Setting up DME cards

Configure settings for expansion cards when used with DME units.

Configuring components

Add and connect components within the DME Designer configuration area.

Creating scenes

Setup at least one scene for the created data before going online.

Going On-Line

Establish connection between DME Designer and the DME unit via synchronization.

Checking sound output

Verify sound output by configuring HA control and checking input levels.

Advanced Setup

Connecting Multiple DME Units via Ethernet

Connect multiple DME units to a computer using Ethernet cables.

DME Setup: Assign IP Addresses

Assign IP addresses to DME units for network connection.

Computer IP Address Configuration

Configure the computer's IP address settings for network communication.

Connecting to Network Switch

Connect DME units and the computer to a network switch.

Setting the DME-N Network Driver

Configure the DME-N Network Driver for communication.

Connecting with DME Designer

Establish connection and synchronization between DME units and DME Designer.

In-depth Information on DME Units

Connecting to External Devices

Connect optional external controllers like ICP1, CP4SF for remote control.

DME64N/24N Panel Network Setup

Configure device group and IP settings directly from DME64N/24N front panels.

Appendix: Detailed DME-N Network Driver Settings

DME-N Network Driver Window Setup

Configure device information for communication using the DME-N Network Driver window.

Advanced Settings for Network Driver

Configure automatic detection and setup files for the DME-N Network Driver.